Douglas Costa parts ways with Australian club, now a free agent | OneFootball

On Wednesday, Sydney FC from Australia announced the termination of the contract of right winger Douglas Costa, formerly of Grêmio and Fluminense. Thus, the 35-year-old Brazilian is now a free agent and can sign with any other club.

Douglas Costa joined Sydney FC in August 2024, after terminating his contract with Fluminense. In Australia, the forward performed well, playing in 25 matches, with six goals and eight assists.

Despite his good performance, Douglas Costa requested to return to Brazil, citing personal problems at the turn of the season. Sydney FC granted the forward two months, but he informed the club that he would not be able to resolve the situation.

“I want to thank Sydney FC for giving me the opportunity to play in Australia – it was an incredible year wearing the sky blue shirt. I am very sorry I cannot return at this time due to matters I need to resolve at home, but I will always fondly remember my time in Sydney,” said Douglas Costa in a statement on Sydney FC’s official website.

Possible return to Brazilian football?

Now a free agent, Douglas Costa wants to play for a club in the Brazilian Championship, according to ESPN.

Revealed by Grêmio in 2008, Douglas Costa built his career in Europe, returned to the Imortal in 2021, but could not prevent the relegation of the team from Rio Grande do Sul. After playing in the United States, he played for Fluminense for six months in 2024.

If any Brazilian club wants Douglas Costa, they will have to act quickly. Due to the transfer window, clubs in the Brasileirão have until this Saturday (20) to register new players.

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